Unable To Escape (10 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 91

If one were to name a single person within the Eregorn Empire who harbors the deepest grudge against Killian, everyone would unanimously shout the name Ayan Findley.

This was because Killian had caused the death of the previous Duke Findley and, on top of meddling in another noble family’s succession conflict, had gotten Ayan’s title demoted.

Originally, the title should have been revoked entirely, but it was fortunate—amidst the misfortune—that it was merely downgraded, given the many merits the former Duke Findley had earned during his lifetime.

Before her regression, Alicia’s engagement to Killian had granted him power surpassing even that of the nobility, so Ayan could only seethe with resentment and do nothing.

However, now that she—who had traveled back in time—had broken off her engagement to Killian, Ayan was acting far more assertively than in the past.

‘But I still can’t show open suspicion toward Count Findley because of that.’

From Jay’s report, she knew Ayan had been stirring up various nobles, gathering negative public opinion against Killian, and collecting information about the Beast.

Yet, merely because of such movements, she couldn’t overtly treat him as a threat or impose direct restrictions.

‘After all, to those around him, Count Findley’s actions would appear perfectly justified.’

It was common practice in noble society to maneuver covertly to eliminate a hated enemy.

Thus, even the Emperor—who surely understood the full situation—was merely watching Ayan’s actions without intervening.

‘Just because Father allows it doesn’t mean I can pretend not to sense the unease I feel.’

Perhaps she was just overly concerned about Killian, causing her to feel this way.

But ever since she heard Jay’s report—that Ayan had vanished without a trace—Alicia couldn’t ignore the sense of foreboding that had gripped her.

“I have a request for you, Lady White.”

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